Economy & Industries — Set 3
UP GK · अर्थव्यवस्था और उद्योग · Questions 21–30 of 140
Under the UP Defence Corridor, which of the following is NOT one of the six nodes?
Correct Answer: C. Varanasi
Varanasi is not one of the six nodes of the UP Defence Industrial Corridor. The six nodes are Agra, Aligarh, Chitrakoot, Jhansi, Kanpur, and Lucknow. The corridor was announced by PM Modi in 2018 to boost defence manufacturing in Uttar Pradesh.
Which handicraft of Lucknow involves intricate thread embroidery on fabric?
Correct Answer: B. Chikankari
Chikankari is the traditional hand embroidery art of Lucknow involving delicate thread work on fabric. It is believed to have been introduced by Nur Jahan, wife of Mughal Emperor Jahangir. The craft involves 36 types of stitches and is done on cotton, silk, and chiffon fabrics.
Zardozi embroidery, a GI-tagged craft of Lucknow, uses which material for its work?
Correct Answer: B. Gold and silver metallic threads
Zardozi is a form of heavy and elaborate metal embroidery using gold and silver metallic threads on fabrics like silk, satin, and velvet. Lucknow is a major center for Zardozi work. The craft dates back to the Mughal period and is used for bridal wear, home furnishings, and accessories.
Uttar Pradesh ranks first in India in the production of which vegetable?
Correct Answer: C. Potato
Uttar Pradesh is the largest producer of potatoes in India, contributing about 30% of the country's total production. The Agra-Farrukhabad belt is the main potato-growing region. The state's favorable climate and fertile alluvial soil support high potato yields.
The Taj Mahal in Agra attracts approximately how many tourists annually?
Correct Answer: B. 6-8 million
The Taj Mahal attracts approximately 6-8 million tourists annually, making it India's most visited monument. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983. The tourism industry around the Taj Mahal is a major economic driver for Agra, supporting hotels, transport, and handicraft businesses.
Which expressway in Uttar Pradesh connects Lucknow to Agra?
Correct Answer: C. Agra-Lucknow Expressway
The Agra-Lucknow Expressway is a 302 km six-lane expressway connecting the two major cities of UP. It was inaugurated in 2017 and has significantly reduced travel time. The expressway has boosted economic activity along its route and improved connectivity for industrial and agricultural transport.
The Yamuna Expressway connects Greater Noida to which city?
Correct Answer: C. Agra
The Yamuna Expressway is a 165 km six-lane expressway connecting Greater Noida to Agra. It was opened in 2012 and is India's longest controlled-access expressway. The expressway has spurred real estate and industrial development along its route, particularly around Jewar where a new international airport is being built.
Which PSU has its headquarters and major production unit in Rae Bareli, Uttar Pradesh?
Correct Answer: B. Indian Telephone Industries
Indian Telephone Industries (ITI) Limited has a major production unit in Rae Bareli, Uttar Pradesh. The ITI Rae Bareli unit manufactures telecom equipment and has been operational since 1973. It is one of the significant public sector industrial establishments in the state.
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has an aircraft division in which UP city?
Correct Answer: B. Lucknow
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has its Transport Aircraft Division in Lucknow (Chakeri). This division is involved in the manufacturing and maintenance of transport aircraft and helicopters. The HAL Lucknow division has been a significant contributor to India's aerospace manufacturing capabilities.
The Purvanchal Expressway connects Lucknow to which city in eastern UP?
Correct Answer: C. Ghazipur
The Purvanchal Expressway is a 341 km expressway connecting Lucknow to Ghazipur in eastern UP. Inaugurated in 2021, it is one of the longest expressways in India. It has significantly improved connectivity to the economically backward eastern UP region and is expected to boost industrial development.